2008 BMW 116 vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, both 2008 BMW 116 and 2008 MG TF were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 116 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2008 MG TF.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 MG TF (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 116 | 2008 MG TF | |
Make | BMW | MG |
Model | 116 | TF |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |